Magnesium sulfate injection and Monovisc

• Generic Name: magnesium sulfate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Epsom Salt

Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral that is important for many systems in the body especially the muscles and nerves.

Magnesium sulfate injection is used to treat hypomagnesemia (low levels of magnesium in your blood).

Magnesium sulfate injection is also used to prevent seizures in pregnant women with conditions such as pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, or toxemia of pregnancy.

Magnesium sulfate injection may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: hyaluronan
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Hymovis, Monovisc, Orthovisc, Hydase

Monovisc is similar to the fluid that surrounds the joints in your body. This fluid acts as a lubricant and shock absorber for the joints.

Monovisc is used to treat knee pain caused by osteoarthritis.

Monovisc is usually given after other arthritis medications have been tried without success.

Monovisc may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.